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REMINDER: Rochester’s National Night Out returns to Spaulding High School on 8/5

Rochester’s National Night Out will take place on Tuesday, August 5, 2025, from 5:30 to 8:00 PM at the Spaulding High School Torr’s Park, also known as “the triangle". Part of a nationwide celebration held throughout the United States, Rochester’s National Night Out aims to...

UPDATED: Rochester Police Investigate Deadly Crash on Rochester Hill Road

At 6:46 a.m. on Thursday, July 24, 2025, Rochester Police, Rochester Fire, and Frisbie EMS responded to the area of Rochester Hill Road for a multi-vehicle crash. Upon arrival, officers determined that four vehicles were involved, not three as previously reported. Preliminary investigations indicate that...

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Police Chief Paul Toussaint announces retirement and succession 

After more than 25 years of service, Rochester Police Chief, Paul Toussaint, is officially...

City Staff propose program for repeated mental health/substance misuse calls

In a presentation to City Council on October 19, City staff requested consideration for...

Police arrest Joyce Howard for hit and run of Matthew Lefebvre

On Wednesday, October 20, 2021, Rochester Police arrested Joyce Howard, 69, of McDuffee St...

Rochester Police: Drug Take-Back Day on 10/23 (10am-2pm)

The National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day addresses a crucial public safety and public health...

Cornerstone VNA to offer Public Drive-Through Flu Clinic October 22

Cornerstone Visiting Nurse Association is pleased to offer the community a drive-through flu clinic...

Rochester to ‘Paint the City Blue’ on 9/18

Rochester will show its appreciation for law enforcement and ‘Paint the City Blue’ on...

Rochester Fire Chief remembers 9/11 on the 20th anniversary

September marks the 20th anniversary of 9/11 and two decades later, the memories remain...

State Urges Preparedness Ahead of Possible Storm Impact

Today, Governor Chris Sununu provided the following update on Tropical Storm Henri, which is...

Hight temps ahead: Cooling centers located in City Hall and Library

The City of Rochester is offering two Summer Cooling Centers as temperatures are projected...

Police Department seeks nominations for the Patrol Officer Community Service Award

Chief Paul R. Toussaint is pleased to announce that the Rochester Police Department is...

Rochester Police Department hiring full-time officers

The Rochester Police Department is currently hiring certified and non-certified police officers. If not already...

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Watch: Planning Board – 8/04/25

Click here to watch Public Meetings are broadcast live on Comcast Channel 22 and Breezeline...

Public Works: Water Service Interruption on Rebekah Lane on 8/5

On Tuesday, August 5, 2025, the Department of Public Works will be temporarily shutting...

Get Involved in Municipal Government: Sign up for Civics 101

Civics 101 is a one-time course designed to empower Rochester residents and business owners with the...

The Franklin Gallery to Showcase (Un)Mask Pride Art Exhibit in August

The Seacoast LGBTQ History Project and The Franklin Gallery are thrilled to announce the...